Middays with Susie Larson

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing discusses the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual impacts of fear and worry, and helps us learn how we can win the battle against fear. Listen to the bonus podcast here.

Dr. Troy Spurrill shares practical brain hacks to help you overcome your fears and live a life free of worry. Listen to the full interview here.  

We want material blessings and security. But God often has a different idea of blessing. Pastor Troy Dobbs shares from his book on the Beatitudes in Matthew chapter 5, "The Blessed Life, That No One Really Wants."

Romans 12:2 says, "...do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind..." Dr. David Chadwick shares how we can overcome anxiety by renewing our mind. His book is "Moving Beyond Anxiety: 12 Practical Strategies to Renew Your Mind."

As believers, we sometimes need to take a broader view of Jesus to rediscover cultural insights and recognize the uniquely Eastern ways of thinking and communicating found in the pages of the Bible. In their book, "Seeing Jesus from the East: A Fresh Look at History's Most Influential Figure," Abdu Murray and Ravi Zacharias capture a revitalized gospel message, presenting it through this Eastern lens and revealing its power afresh to Western hearts and minds.

Maybe you've tried to live life as a "good person" but you still feel lost. Author and radio host Brant Hansen shares how we can benefit from acknowledging our sin and brokenness from his book, "The Truth About Us: The Very Good News About How Very Bad We Are."

No matter what you've experienced, God is a part of your story. Author and counselor Meredith McDaniel shares the impact of identifying the provision and care of God in your story from her book, "In Want + Plenty: Waking Up to God's Provision in a Land of Longing."

Do you long to be free of fear, pain, and suffering? Author Kim Meeder explains that in Christ, believers are already made free and helps listeners to learn to truly live out that freedom in all circumstances. Her book is "Revival Rising: Embracing His Transforming Fire."

Many will ask, "How do I attain true joy and happiness in my life?" The world offers so many empty answers to this question and these answers will not satisfy the longing of our soul. Author, former NFL player, and Pastor Derwin Gray answers this question and so many more in his book "The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches about Finding True Happiness."

Bible scholar and author Dr. Ron Rhodes answers listener questions about spiritual warfare, interpersonal conflict, and more. Susie and Dr. Rhodes discuss the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-20.

Pastor Colin Smith of Unlocking the Bible shares about the online Bible study tool "Open the Bible" and why studying the Bible must be a priority. Pastor Colin encourages listeners to use Open to share Christ with unbelievers as well.

Author and Director of Governmental Affairs for the American Center for Law and Justice, Thann Bennett discusses various responses to the political issues brought about by COVID-19 and encourages listeners to engage in conversations about policy with faith and grace.

Dr. Troy Spurrill answers more listener questions we didn't get to during the live show. Listen to the full interview here.

Dr. Troy Spurrill of the Synapse Center for Health and Healing discusses the gut-brain connection and why our gut health is so important. Dr. Troy and Susie take listener health questions about supplements, fasting, and more. Listen to the bonus podcast here.

"What truly matters and will stand the test of time?" is something many ask often, including believers. Lisa Bevere, in her book "Strong: Devotions to Live a Powerful and Passionate Life," and her son Addison Bevere, in his book "Saints: Becoming More Than Christians," tackle this question and many more.